Finnish Civil War

The Finnish Civil War (1918) was a conflict between the "Reds," who were mostly socialists and workers seeking social reforms, and the "Whites," consisting of conservatives and landowners who wanted to maintain the existing societal structure. Following Finland's independence from Russia in 1917, tensions escalated, leading to a bloody war. The Whites, supported by Germany, emerged victorious. The conflict resulted in deep social divisions and significant casualties, with around 36,000 people killed. The war shaped Finland's political landscape, influencing its development and leading to ongoing debates about class and ideology in Finnish society.